What types of cuisine do you serve?

We specialize in traditional Soul food with a modern twist, featuring classic dishes like fried chicken, collard greens, and mac and cheese.

Do you offer catering services?

Yes, we offer catering services for events and parties of all sizes. Please contact us for more information and custom quotes.

Where are you located?

We are located at 3104 Market St.

Do you have vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes, we have several vegetarian and vegan options on our menu, including vegan 'meat' alternatives and plant-based sides.

Can I make a reservation for a large group?

Yes, we accept reservations for large groups and parties. Please call us in advance to book your table.

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Ophelia’s in Galveston

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Ophelia’s is a soul food restaurant in Galveston, TX.

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Ophelia's serves up authentic Southern comfort food with a modern twist, offering a cozy atmosphere and exceptional service. Their mouthwatering dishes, such as fried chicken and shrimp and grits, are made with love and care, making it a must-visit for soul food enthusiasts.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.2/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.8/5

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Pierre Perry -Google user

2 months ago

If you’re in Galveston and looking for incredible food with flavor, generous portions, and amazing service—Ophelia’s is a must! We tried the Junk Burger, fish and shrimp plate, salmon burger, and their sweet tea, and everything was on point. The Junk Burger is a serious...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Divine Connections -Google user

10 months ago

We had amazing experience when visiting Ophelia’s. Not only was the food amazing, but so was the service. Pepper was amazing and we can’t wait to go back and also utilize his catering service in our next event! Highly recommended on your next Galveston visit!

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Cornbread, Grilled Chicken Dinner

Lagia Parker -Google user

3 months ago

The food was more than enough to have for left overs or a two person meal. I really enjoyed the flavors that were not over powering with salt. The owner, Pepper, gave me advice to marinate by red snapper with Italian dressing and worchester sauce....Read More

Atmosphere: 4

Jason Henry -Google user

8 months ago

If you’re ever in Galveston and craving catfish, Ophelia’s Restaurant is a must-visit! I stumbled upon this gem when I was looking for a quick bite after another restaurant nearby was cash-only, and I couldn’t be more thrilled I did. After reading a glowing review...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Shrimp Poboy Combo

Megan Leba -Google user

10 months ago

Let me tell y’all, the food is PHENOMENAL. The oxtail rice, smothered pork chops, fried okra, dirty rice, mac and cheese, okra and tomato, cornbread and boudin balls were 10000/10 stars. The homemade sweet tea?? AMAZING. Everything is also super reasonably priced. Literally hands down...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Cornbread, Dirty Rice

Shot by Nasiatka -Google user

Edited 4 months ago

The food was so AMAZING!!!!! Staff was very pleasant! Chef was top notch 💪💪 I ordered the Famous Junk Burger 🍔 🔥 My wife ordered the catfish 🔥 My son ordered the Ox tails 🔥

Dine inLunch$30–50Atmosphere: 5

Cynthia Williams -Google user

Edited 3 months ago

The food is very delicious and prepared and cooked when you place an order. I had the fish and shrimp plate with two sides, Collard Greens and Mac and Cheese. I enjoyed the restaurant and excellent customer service. Very clean and the music was awesome.

Take outDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Catfish and Shrimp with Mac and CheeseHighly recommend

carlos thomas -Google user

a month ago

The owner was amazing made me & my family traveling from Omaha Nebraska feel at home. We was looking for some down home southern cooking & it was amazing I'm not here to sugar coat anything but this man he can cook 🔥🔥... The most juicy...Read More

Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5Fried ChickenPlenty of parkingFree street parking

mills2782 -Google user

a week ago

Every thing was and is amazing! The owner is beyond delightful as much as his fantastic food. I highly recommend stopping in and tasting the exquisite soul food!

Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkPlenty of parkingFree parking lot, Free street parking

Nigel Atwater -Google user

10 months ago

Great Hidden Gem! Food was amazing taste like your grandmother is in the kitchen. I had the grilled chicken with black eyed peas and mashed potatoes with some grilled veggies, cornbread muffins. The sweet tea was the best I’ve had in a long time. If...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Grilled Chicken Dinner

Andre Carter -Google user

3 weeks ago

Entire family loved the food and vibe. Great experience, staff made it feel like visiting family and the food taste like it too. Wife loved the fried okra and homemade tea (as well as everything else). Kids enjoyed the Mac n cheese, fries and fried...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Dirty Rice, Catfish Dinner, Greens and Yams, Catfish and Shrimp with Mac and Cheese

Coconut Head -Google user

4 months ago

Just came here with my girlfriend and found the best hole in the wall spot. Portions are great and matches the flavor. I had the fried fish platter, fish was the best fried fish I had , the Mac & cheese I had was packed...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5

Robin Kendrick-Yates -Google user

4 months ago

This chef has found his place in the world! This is the best catfish and shrimp we have had in a long, long time. Forget the expensive Galveston restaurants, this is the real deal. We had the fried fish and shrimp and wanted more. Very...Read More

Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Cornbread

Richard Corey -Google user

4 months ago

This place is a gem. Food is dynamite. It takes me home. I had the oxtail. Perfection. Complimented by mixed greens, green beans and yams. This is a must stop while in Galveston. Do yourself a favor and...Read More

Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5No waitHighly recommend

Brianna Colligan -Google user

2 months ago

10/10 WILL BE !!!! Coming again everytime we come down to Galveston! Service was great food amazing! And treated us like family ! Tried the fish, now gotta come back for the chicken ! Can’t go wrong with anything on the menu !

Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5

Yuki Noda -Google user

3 months ago

Oh man what a feast! I had an order of the Junk burger, that came with a side of fries, and the banana wafer yum yum cake. The burger was huge! Juicy patties, tender pork, and even eggs! The fries were delicious and well seasoned, and the...Read More

Take outLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Junk Burger Only

Rachel Fourshey -Google user

4 weeks ago

When I tell you if your are in galveston tx this is a MUST! Ophelias Soul Cafe is hands down the BEST Food I have eaten! The restaurant and the people are a vibe. If you read the reviews BELIEVE every...Read More

Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 510-30 min

Keith Huff Sr -Google user

a week ago

My wife and I recently visited the restaurant and we were beyond impressed. We especially enjoyed the incredible variety of food served at lunch. Mr Pepper, the owner, treated us to his famous Yum Yum cake. Let me tell you, it truly lived up to...Read More

Atmosphere: 5

Dee Spraglin -Google user

a month ago

Me and my husband went to this restaurant looking for some soulful food, and I must say they didn’t disappoint. We had a platter with fried catfish, shrimp, chicken wings and pork chops with the sides being macaroni and cheese, greens, fried okra. The food...Read More

Atmosphere: 4

Noelle Watson -Google user

3 months ago

Everything we tried was AMAZING! Fried chicken, boudin balls, greens, yams & macaroni and cheese was wonderful. We went as a family after a long morning of sightseeing. We left happy, full, and ready for seeing more of Galveston. Highly recommend for good food. The...Read More

Dine in$10–20Atmosphere: 5Fried Chicken, Chicken Wings Only, Greens and Yams

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